Massachusetts Vehicle Statistics

As of 2024, Massachusettes has over 5.2 million registered vehicles, comprising the top three types of vehicles, including passenger (4.9 million), truck (115,000), and motorcycle (94,000). The state reported an average of 41,000 accidents annually, with 300 fatal crashes and 285 alcohol-impaired driving fatalities, a 14% increase from the previous year.

In 2023, Massachusetts issued 91,961 new learner's permits and 54,952 new driver's licenses. The speeding tickets were the top traffic violations (275,356), followed by inspection sticker violations (105,000) and failing to stop or yield (97,806).

The automotive market in Massachusetts saw 274,000 cars sold in 2022, with popular models including Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, and Ford F-150. The most popular used car in Massachusetts was the Toyota RAV4, making up 3.4% of used car sales for 1-5-year-old vehicles.

Car insurance rates in Massachusetts are lower than the national average. Drivers pay an average of $1,711 per year for full coverage, about 26% less than the national average of $2,299. This is due to traffic density, driving patterns, frequency of claims, and cost of vehicle repairs.